Hearn Case Dismissed With Prejudice | Bend News

Bend News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

David Hearn’s legal team wins a major victory as the feds admit the Lincoln Memorial damage was caused by a contractor, not Hearn — and the court is now deciding whether to dismiss charges with prejudice, permanently closing the door on future prosecution. Hearn’s lawyers argue the indictment was rushed and based on faulty facts, fueled by political pressure from President Trump. The Justice Department initially wanted to drop charges without prejudice, leaving room for refiled cases — but Hearn’s team insists it must be final. The court’s decision could set a precedent on how public pressure…